leadership and calling through the prism of scripture: a phenomenological study of biblical leaders

This volume offers phenomenological studies that examine the lived experiences of biblical leaders, emphasizing external summons and a prosocial intention while offering suggestions for future research. Part 1 focuses on various aspects of divine calling and leadership, covering topics such as the calling of biblical prophets like Jeremiah and Samuel, and the downfall of Solomon. Part 2 explores successful biblical leadership and followership from a qualitative, phenomenological lens, analyzing the experiences of Abraham, Paul, and Samson. Part 3 presents both positive and negative portrayals of biblical leadership, demonstrating how both types can lead to social justice outcomes.

Presenting a Christian perspective of the relationship between the leaders and their sense of calling, this book employs a phenomenological approach to investigate the significance of various aspects of God’s calling, such as the leader’s discernment of the calling, predictors of a leader’s calling, the social- cultural influences of the calling, the relationship between personality traits and calling, and the evolution of a leader’s calling. This book will contribute to scholarly discussions related to meaningful work, workplace satisfaction, employee engagement, and responsible leadership.

Fred Wantante Settuba-Male is Pastor of Makerere Full Gospel Church in Kampala, Uganda. He completed his PhD in Organizational Leadership at Regent University, USA. His research interests include sense of calling in the workplace, dark leadership, and power in organizations. He is also a lecturer for the Master’s Program in Organizational Leadership at Uganda Christian University.

Gia R. Tatone is an Adjunct Professor at Robert Morris University, USA where she teaches communication skills and organizational leadership courses. She also serves on the Board of Trustees for the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh and holds a PhD from Regent University, USA in Organizational Leadership. Her research interests include God’s calling, communication, crisis management, self-development, and peace leadership.